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01 Jul 2023·Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation
Falls and Fall-Related Injuries in an Evidence-Based Tai Ji Quan Intervention in Rural West Virginia Churches
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Author: Switay, David ; Wilcox, Sara ; Stipec, Craig ; Cosner, Clinton Tyler ; Mancinelli, Corrie A ; Selfe, Terry Kit ; Jones, Dina L ; Ray, Benjamin D ; Mitchell, Justin
Background:This article identifies the independent predictors of falls in an implementation study of Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance® (TJQMBB) in older adults in rural West Virginia churches.Methods:Falls and injuries were identified via calendars, questionnaire, and verbal reports.Results:Fall predictors were gait speed (odds ratio [OR]: 0.27; 95% confidence interval [CI]: 0.08-0.90); low back pain (OR: 8.04; 95% CI: 1.71-37.79); and pain, stiffness, or swelling limiting activity (OR: 2.44; 95% CI: 1.09-5.45).Conclusions:Determining differences between fallers and nonfallers may identify people with different fall risk profiles and ultimately better tailor fall prevention programming to individual needs.
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